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Why Unilever’s downshift on sustainability is good news

GreenBiz

Environmental and social commitments are aligning more closely with tangible financial goals, a sign of sustainability’s maturity in business.

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Indonesia’s solar goes to water with opening of region’s biggest floating PV facility

Renew Economy

The third-largest floating PV plant in the world has been launched in Indonesia, with plans in the works to add an extra 500MW of additional capacity. The post Indonesia’s solar goes to water with opening of region’s biggest floating PV facility appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Publisher's Note: Slow and steady will not win the climate race

Corporate Knights

The chief executive of a large insurance company recently asked me what the best way would be to catalyze his sector to rise to the climate challenge (meaning align their insurance policies to support climate action as well as their general account investments). Would it be to lead by example – show a measured and steady path to net-zero by 2050 with meaningful interim targets, something the rest of the industry could relate to – or a more radical all-in approach that might be difficult for othe

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Truist Foundation Announces Support for UnidosUS To Expand Signature Workforce Development Program

3BL Media

TAMPA, Fla., November 9, 2023 /3BL/ - Today, Truist Foundation announced a $250,000 grant to UnidosUS , the nation's largest Latine civil rights organization, to support its workforce development goal of transforming the workforce ecosystem to ensure Latines have access to quality jobs with clear pathways to prosperity. UnidosUS will use the grant funding to help expand its Latinx in Business program to three new sites in the Tampa Bay area; Phoenix, Ariz. and Durham, N.C.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Unilever CEO signals radical shift in sustainability agenda

GreenBiz

Under new Unilever CEO Hein Schumacher, sustainability will become part of a composite score by which brand managers will evaluate performance.

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Gas industry reached for tobacco playbook after science showed that gas stoves are harmful

Renew Economy

The gas industry was told by science in the 1970s that gas stoves were harmful to health, so it reached into the tobacco industry's playbook of denial. The post Gas industry reached for tobacco playbook after science showed that gas stoves are harmful appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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U.S. Bank No. 3 on Military Times Ranking of Best Employers for Veterans

3BL Media

Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog The Military Times named U.S. Bank number No. 3 on its annual Best for Vets: Employers list, which rates the best employers for veterans in the United States. U.S. Bank has appeared on the list each year since the Military Times started the rankings in 2010, landing at No. 7 last year. The Military Times survey aims to capture the areas of greatest importance to transitioning service members, veterans and their families when looking for an employer.

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Emissions keep rising among world's biggest meat and dairy producers

GreenBiz

Urgent policy is needed to combat this trend, according to an analysis led by the FAIRR investor network.

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ARENA reports “unprecedented” interest in community batteries

Renew Economy

ARENA receives applications request for $1.3 billion of community battery proposals, more than 10 times the $120 million available under its funding program. The post ARENA reports “unprecedented” interest in community batteries appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How to develop geopolitical resilience

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Geopolitical tensions have been rising, creating significant risks for companies, especially those operating internationally. Here is how to plan ahead.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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New Report From the NextGen Consortium Shares Path Forward for Paper Cup Recycling in the U.S.

3BL Media

Originally published by Closed Loop Partners The NextGen Consortium, a leading industry collaboration managed by Closed Loop Partners, with partner brands including Starbucks, McDonald’s, The Coca-Cola Company, PepsiCo, JDE Peet’s, The Wendy’s Company and Yum! Brands, released a report with new findings to accelerate paper cup recycling in the U.S. The report, Closing the Loop on Cups: Collective Action to Advance the Recovery of Paper Cups in the U.S. , assesses the role of each stakeholder acr

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Master class: Planning your transition for later career and life

GreenBiz

Here's how late-career sustainability professionals can effectively navigate the transition and identify priorities and interests.

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Bowen says accelerating switch to renewables essential to “keep the lights on”

Renew Economy

In a speech in Adelaide, federal energy minister doubles down on 82% renewables target and hints at new policy initiatives to "amplify" efforts to reach it. The post Bowen says accelerating switch to renewables essential to “keep the lights on” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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BlackRock set to invest $550mn in Occidental direct air capture project

Financial Times: Moral Money

Move is a sign of support for the world’s largest venture deploying nascent climate technology

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Otis Partners with AWARE Singapore and United Women Singapore: Empowering Female Students through STEM

3BL Media

To nurture STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) in our communities where we live and work, Otis colleagues in Asia Pacific partnered with AWARE Singapore and United Women Singapore to sponsor female students’ participation in a full-day coding workshop. These students learned to create microsites on topics they’re passionate about, like the future of climate action, mental health and stress management, women in AI and technology, and more.

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Finding the right message for taking the sustainability movement mainstream

GreenBiz

How to use the power of advertising for the fight against climate change.

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Queensland grid hits a new solar peak – 71.2 per cent of state demand

Renew Economy

Queensland grid hits a new solar peak of 71.2 per cent, relegating coal to a minor role in the middle of the day. The post Queensland grid hits a new solar peak – 71.2 per cent of state demand appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Resilience during uncertainty: What industrial leaders must know

McKinsey Sustainabilty

McKinsey’s Global Resilience Survey reveals how leaders in advanced industries view the current landscape and highlights the challenges ahead as they manage uncertainty.

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Mastering Supply Chain Sustainability: Where Does ESG Fit In?

Speaker: Hortense Grouvel

In this new webinar, you will learn firsthand how to set up a sustainable supply chain program that will help meet increasing ESG requirements stemming from regulators, customers, consumers, and investors alike. Hortense Grouvel, ESG expert at IntegrityNext, and Sean Whelan, Global Senior Manager at Halliburton, will look at how ensuring compliance will also help you increase sustainability performance, resilience, and innovation, allowing you to unlock the full potential of your supply chain op

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HARMAN Audio Talks Podcast: Music for Pets

3BL Media

Can music make your cats and dogs happier, calmer and more relaxed? In this episode of the AudioTalks podcast , Oisin Lunny speaks to Amman Ahmed, President of Music For Pets, nicknamed "Petflix," the company that makes calming music to ease the sensitive souls of our furry friends, prone to separation anxiety and fear of unknown noises. Listen Here Looking for more?

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Listen up, utilities: The EV industry is telling you what it needs

GreenBiz

Utility queuing challenges, standardizing charging equipment and improving financing mechanisms are driving the conversation on EVs.

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Ørsted blames lack of ships for New Jersey offshore wind failure and massive write downs

Renew Economy

World's biggest offshore wind developer blames a ship shortage for the decision to dump its US Ocean Winds project. There are lessons for Australia's nascent offshore wind industry too. The post Ørsted blames lack of ships for New Jersey offshore wind failure and massive write downs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Ten key requirements for a systemic approach to climate adaptation

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Civilization has been built on a foundation of climate stability that no longer exists. Adaptation is now as important as mitigation, and so is understanding its interrelated requirements.

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission

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The Home Depot Foundation Surpasses $500 Million Invested in Veteran Causes, Commits $750 Million by 2030

3BL Media

Originally published on Built From Scratch ATLANTA, November 10, 2023 /3BL/ – In celebration of Veterans Day, The Home Depot Foundation is growing its mission to serve those who served through an updated commitment to invest $750 million in veteran causes by the end of fiscal year 2030. The Foundation announced today it surpassed $500 million invested in veteran causes to-date since 2011, meeting its previous financial commitment two years early.

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How Unilever uses AI to cut petrochemicals out of laundry soap

GreenBiz

Unilever used AI to identify replacement ingredients for its laundry and cleaning products five times faster than previously possible.

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“Nobody is safe:” Burning of fossil fuels send global temperatures to hottest on record

Renew Economy

"People know that things are weird, but they don't they don't necessarily know why it's weird. They don't connect back to the fact that we're still burning coal, oil and natural gas." The post “Nobody is safe:” Burning of fossil fuels send global temperatures to hottest on record appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Striking the balance: Catalyzing a sustainable land-use transition

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Without a step change in action to increase land-use efficiency, growing demand for food, fuel, and natural capital may require additional land equivalent to the total cropland of Brazil by 2030.

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What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?

Temperatures are rising (and not just metaphorically) as key stakeholders anxiously anticipate the outcomes of COP28. While companies reconsider their 2024 environmental sustainability strategies, there is another aspect of ESG that deserves exploring, the social sector. In the latest edition of "Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Sagittarius Edition", 3BL hones in on this sign’s bold quality of asking questions others are burning to know the answers to.

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My First Veterans Day Out of Uniform: Meet Brian Boosz

3BL Media

Originally published on GoDaddy Life Tell us a little bit about yourself and what led you to a career at GoDaddy? I am a Security Engineer by trade. I was born and raised in California and have worked in tech on and off throughout my entire adult life. I was a Test Engineer for the PalmPilot software back in the early 2000’s before joining the Air Force.

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Why leading VCs are rethinking their food investments

GreenBiz

Funding for innovation in food and agriculture systems is due for a reality check after years of startup overvaluation.

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Sun Cable eyes Tasmania for multi-billion dollar factory for sub-sea cables

Renew Economy

Sun Cable may build a multi-billion dollar facility in Tasmania to make high voltage sub-sea cables for its ambitious renewable energy export plans. The post Sun Cable eyes Tasmania for multi-billion dollar factory for sub-sea cables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cloud-powered technologies for sustainability

McKinsey Sustainabilty

AI, machine learning, the Internet of Things, and other technologies can play a critical role in decarbonization, and the cloud can significantly speed up and catalyze this process.

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The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges

In our latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Scorpio Edition, 3BL embraces the perspective of one of the zodiac's most misunderstood signs: Scorpio. While this sign often has a darker view of the world, they do not shy away from shining a light on controversial topics. This month we take a deep dive into corporate pullback of DEI and how companies can utilize astrological advice to reinvent its social impact communication.